Phoenix Officer and Suspect Hospitalized After Traffic Stop Escalates into Shooting on Cactus Road
An officer and a suspect were hospitalized after a shooting during a Phoenix traffic stop. The suspect attempted to grab the officer's weapon and was shot, sustaining non-life-threatening injuries.
Arizona and Utah Face Rising Educator Misconduct Cases Amid Calls for More Investigative Resources
Rising educator misconduct cases are reported in Arizona and Utah, with Arizona seeing an increase to 325 cases in 2024. Funding for investigative staff is said to contribute to the rise, and Utah faces a backlog due to a shortage of investigators.
Arizona Congressman David Schweikert Admits to Missing Crucial House Vote After Falling Asleep During Marathon Bill Preparation
Rep. David Schweikert admitted to missing a House vote on a spending bill due to falling asleep after working on legislation for 36 hours straight. The bill, which passed narrowly, includes tax cuts and Medicaid cuts.
Maricopa County Considers Ending Federal Oversight of Sheriff's Office Amid Skyrocketing Racial-Profiling Case Costs
Maricopa County considers ending federal oversight of its sheriff's office due to the $352 million cost of a racial-profiling case settlement from ex-Sheriff Arpaio's tenure.
Could the Trump Administration Shrink Bears Ears? Concerns Among Native Tribes & Conservationists Swirl
The Trump administration is reportedly considering reducing national monuments like Bears Ears and Grand Canyon-adjacent land for commercial use, despite opposition from Native American tribes and conservationists.
ABC15 Arizona Launches Water Drive with SVdP to Combat Heat Crisis, Nationwide Urgency for Water Safety as Drowning Rates Rise
ABC15 and Arizona 61 partner for a water drive with local groups to help Arizonans stay hydrated, as drowning remains a top cause of death for young kids, underlining the need for water safety.












